It actually started for me in Fall ’06 when Monica convinced me to join her (and Kent, Mo, Dave et al) at the Austin City Limits Festival. I usually like my concert environments small and intimate and I wasn’t sure that I would like the festival scene. But she methodically overcame all my objections. I went for two days, and had a blast. Highlights were seeing Massive Attack, Thievery Corporation, Brazilian Girls, TV on the Radio, Iron and Wine, Galactic, Sparklehorse…

Jam in the Dam – in March 2007, I traveled to Amsterdam for 10 days with my 19 year old son, Dan. JitD is really special because it is so small – just 1,500 people, it’s indoors at the Melkweg, and the invited bands play 2 hour sets each night for 3 nights. Very civilized.

Movement ’07 – Ankur has been raving about the Detroit Electronic Music Festival since I’ve known him. This year, we went together and had a blast. I’ve always liked club music and electronica. Nonetheless, this felt like an initiation! For photos/reviews, [click here].

Summerfest – I always go in for 2 or 3 dates during this two-week festival. Highlights this year – Femi Kuti, Ratdog. For photos/reviews, [click here].

10,000 Lakes – a very nice camping festival in northerm Minnesota. For photos and reviews, [click here].

Lollapalooza – Practically in our back yard. Highly recommended. For photos /reviews, [click here].